- CBT techniques
- Life purpose focus
- Depression and anxiety
About Vicky
Vicky Paterson is a British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) registered counsellor with four years of professional experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem and depression. Vicky offers straightforward, practical support to help clarify what feels stuck and what might change next.
She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques to help identify unhelpful thinking and test small behaviour changes. Sessions are about talking through current problems, noticing patterns, and trying out new ways of responding. Her approach focuses on clear steps rather than abstract theory.
Vicky also works with concerns such as abandonment, attachment issues, body image, chronic illness and caregiver stress, communication problems, codependency, and issues linked to aging. She has experience with autism and personality-related difficulties, and with people coping with cancer or chronic pain. This range means she often supports people whose life changes have left them unsure what to do next.
Practicality guides her sessions. She helps people name the immediate issue, set small goals, and review what helps. If a client wants to focus on life purpose after a change in work, relationships or health, she can help them explore values and next steps without promising a single solution.
To begin, clients follow the site process to match and book a first appointment. Sessions are conducted in English and international clients are accepted.
How CBT is used in online therapy and what to expect
Vicky uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in clear, action-orientated ways. CBT looks at links between thoughts, feelings and actions. It helps when anxiety, low mood or unhelpful habits are keeping someone stuck. The work often includes noticing patterns, testing small changes and reviewing what works for daily life.Finding the right approach is part of the work. She will talk with each person about their needs, goals and preferences and agree together which methods to try. That collaborative process means adjustments can be made if something does not fit or is not helpful.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm the current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around work, appointments and caregiving. They can also allow shorter check-ins when that suits, and reduce travel time so people can use time more easily in a busy day. Registered or accredited professionals typically adapt tools and worksheets to work well in remote sessions, and she can suggest practical steps that suit your routine.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
4+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem and depression. Additional areas include caregiver stress, chronic illness, body image and communication difficulties.
How does she approach feeling stuck?
She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy methods to map thoughts, feelings and behaviours and to try small practical changes. Sessions focus on steps you can test between meetings.
What is her professional background?
She has four years of professional experience working with adults on the concerns listed in her profile. That experience includes supporting people after major life changes.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and is based in the United Kingdom.
Can I work with her if I live outside the UK?
Sessions are offered to international clients. Consult the booking process to confirm any practical arrangements for your country.
In which language are sessions held?
Sessions are offered in English.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time. Check the site pricing details for current rates.
How do I start working with her?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the site booking flow.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.